Some scholars are confused between the crosier and the bishop's pastoral staff. The first is surmounted by a cross between two serpents, used in liturgical services and in the bishop's procession… 0.4 KB

A large cross mounted on a pole which is carried by a deacon at the head of a procession during feasts, celebrations, and other special occasions. The crossbearer (crucifier) is followed by two o… 0.3 KB

· An instrument of shameful execution, which became after Christ's crucifixion the universal symbol of the Christian faith.· We praise the Cross, for through it we attain our salvation, victory… 0.4 KB

A title given to hermits who struggled relentlessly in the life of monasticism. They are considered crossbearers because the strife they endured can be compared to the suffering involved in beari… 0.3 KB